Thank you to those of you who have stopped by to let us know you were thinking of us. It lifted my spirits and gave me that needed nudge to update my blog - that I'm not kidding, I have thought about doing nearly every day.
As you know, for several reasons, it has been a difficult few months for me. The winter coming to an end and the warmer days and more sun has boosted my mood and energy levels. I'm feeling more like myself, and it's translating into better days.
The dogs, including Todd are all in good spirits.
They really have done a great job chasing away my winter blues like they did on a snowy day in mid February. The video below is Ree and Milo playing with Marley trying to get in on the fun too.
This weekend is a big weekend for us. In early February, the rescue's Adoption Coordinator told me about a couple on the outer edge of the area that the rescue covers that expressed an interest in Iva. The rescue requires a home visit prior to approving anyone adopting from the rescue, and finding a volunteer to do it could have been a challenge. However, longtime friends (we served on the board of the rescue together) live about an hour away and so I called my friend -- The Adoption Coordinator and I were glad when "Jill" agreed to do their home visit.
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*R&R* live on a small, fenced farm near Lynchburg, Virginia. SHE is a semi-retired Veterinarian and HE is retired. They have an 11 year old Golden that is missing having a companion. In our conversations and e-mails, I feel like they could be the long awaited match for Iva. I do have just one concern, that I won't mention, but I'm hoping that when we meet them TOMORROW it won't be a stumbling block.
So, Iva and I will be leaving early in the morning to make a 4 hour drive to meet *R&R* and their girl Lady. The hope is that they'll all fall in love with each other, be totally perfect and adopt Iva all in the same day. I'm then going to overnight at my friends home and I'll be back on Sunday afternoon. And if Iva isn't a match for *R&R*, she'll be home on Sunday too.
Wish us luck!
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| ~Marley~ |
I hope it works out for you and Iva! Please let us know how it goes. ❤️
ReplyDeleteR & R, hoping that the visit goes so well for you all.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear from you Kim! Hoping all goes well for Iva and that she finds her forever home.
ReplyDeleteMissed you
ReplyDeletePaws crossed that it’s the perfect home for Iva
prayers for instant love between the two and the parents.. fingers crossed, paws crossed for a safe and happy trip for all of you
ReplyDeleteWe're glad to hear you are doing well. Our paws are crossed that Iva can find her forever home.
ReplyDeleteHope the folks from the small farm near Lynchburg and the perfect family for Iva and, if not, you'll know it right off the bat.
ReplyDeleteIt's god to see the happy dogs photos and am glad you feeling better, too.
Hugs!
All my best for Eva's placement with this perfect sounding family. A semi-retired vet wow. Go live your best life with a new buddy to pal around with. Make each other happy and so will be the rest of the family. Smooches on the noggin' for you both. :)
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DeleteExtra prayers for this being THE perfect home for Iva. The dogs playing in the snow got a big smile here. Glad you are feeling cheerier; spring coming on always does wonders for me, even though I know there will still be dreary days. Seeing daffodils and our first tulip gives me hope! :)
ReplyDeleteHi, Thank your for share this post
ReplyDeletePraying the future is CLEAR, either way, so you are at peace with the decision. And I'm so glad you're feeling better.
ReplyDeleteOh I hope Iva is adopted!
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